Job Description
This opportunity is ideal for a sharp, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment supporting multiple attorneys on complex commercial litigation matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide support through all phases of litigation, from case inception to trial and post-trial.
- Assist in managing large-scale litigation, including document review, discovery, and filings.
- Prepare for and attend trials, manage logistics, coordinate vendors, and set up war rooms.
- Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
- Work with attorneys on deposition preparation and trial binders.
- Handle eDiscovery responsibilities using platforms such as Relativity; coordinate with external vendors as needed.
- Maintain case calendars and track critical deadlines.
- Assist in mentoring junior paralegals and contributing to process improvements.
Key Qualifications:
- 5+ years of complex commercial litigation experience, ideally at an AM Law or similarly fast-paced firm.
- Proven trial experience, including preparation, logistics, and attendance.
- Strong technical proficiency in eDiscovery platforms (Relativity preferred), Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word), and Adobe Acrobat.
- Comfortable working under pressure and managing last-minute requests with precision.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work closely with attorneys and staff across offices.
Preferred Experience:
- Prior experience supporting multiple attorneys at a large or mid-sized law firm.
- Familiarity with high-profile, large-scale cases
- Background managing complex trial logistics and acting as the go-to resource in high-pressure situations.
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